Personal Progress Thread

[Hackingat40]

nice! 
How was 469?

Im interested to hear how 343 and 355 will be as well. I am just finishing up 240 myself  waiting for my final to open to submit draft but already have it written. 

Being out of school for 20 years and going right to essays has been a bit of a challenge but getting the hang of it

[DavidGood]

nice! 
How was 469?

Im interested to hear how 343 and 355 will be as well. I am just finishing up 240 myself  waiting for my final to open to submit draft but already have it written. 

Being out of school for 20 years and going right to essays has been a bit of a challenge but getting the hang of it

469 took about 12 hours. Fun class. Good instructor. Easy milestones.

[DavidGood]

Fall 2, Week 2 update:

Changes: 
All transfer credits in.

MAT 140 - Mathematics for Business
BUS 200 - Intermediate Business Computing
BUS 220 - Managerial Accounting 
BUS 240 - Change Management  
BUS 325 - Financial Management 
BUS 260 - Leadership  
BUS 244 - Management Information Systems 
BUS 321 - Human Resource Management  
BUS 330 - Marketing Management
BUS 335 - Organizational Behavior 
BUS 415 - Operations Management  (transfer credit)
BUS 440 - Business Analytics 
BUS 469 - Strategic Professional Communication 
BUS 489 - Business Policy & Strategy  
BUS 245 - Programming for Managers (transfer credit)
BUS 345 - Database Management (transfer credit)
BUS 359 - IT Project Management (MIS MINOR)
BUS 400 - Pro Mgt Applications (transfer credit)
BUS 343 - Project Risk and Cost Management (PM MINOR)

And then there were four ....

I hope your studies go well this week.

[ashkir]

Keep it up!!!!

[DavidGood]

Fall 2, Week 3 update:

MAT 140 - Mathematics for Business
BUS 200 - Intermediate Business Computing
BUS 220 - Managerial Accounting 
BUS 240 - Change Management  
BUS 325 - Financial Management 
BUS 260 - Leadership  
BUS 244 - Management Information Systems 
BUS 321 - Human Resource Management  
BUS 330 - Marketing Management
BUS 335 - Organizational Behavior 
BUS 415 - Operations Management  (transfer credit)
BUS 440 - Business Analytics 
BUS 469 - Strategic Professional Communication 
BUS 489 - Business Policy & Strategy  
BUS 245 - Programming for Managers (transfer credit)
BUS 345 - Database Management (transfer credit)
BUS 400 - Pro Mgt Applications (transfer credit)
BUS 343 - Project Risk and Cost Management (PM MINOR)

Two to go! (One has a draft in, but I don't cross them off until the final has a grade).

The finish line is in sight, so ...

* I have applied for graduation.
* I have applied for the Masters Of Organizational Leadership at UMPI. That application has been submitted as well.

Have a great week. Hopefully, two more small updates to go.

[DavidGood]

Fall 2, Week 3 update:

MAT 140 - Mathematics for Business
BUS 200 - Intermediate Business Computing
BUS 220 - Managerial Accounting 
BUS 240 - Change Management  
BUS 325 - Financial Management 
BUS 260 - Leadership  
BUS 244 - Management Information Systems 
BUS 321 - Human Resource Management  
BUS 330 - Marketing Management
BUS 335 - Organizational Behavior 
BUS 415 - Operations Management  (transfer credit)
BUS 440 - Business Analytics 
BUS 469 - Strategic Professional Communication 
BUS 489 - Business Policy & Strategy  
BUS 245 - Programming for Managers (transfer credit)
BUS 345 - Database Management (transfer credit)
BUS 400 - Pro Mgt Applications (transfer credit)
BUS 343 - Project Risk and Cost Management (PM MINOR)

Stay on target ....

[LevelUP]

Stay on target ....

Right!

[DavidGood]

Pencils Down! Mission accomplished! 

I have satisfied all requirements for my Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration—Management & Leadership (BABA—M&L), along with minors in Management Information Systems (MIS) and Project Management (PM). My last final was graded on Wednesday, and I’m pleased to share that I completed this chapter with a 4.0 GPA. While that wasn’t the original mission, I had to go for it once I saw it was within reach.

As a self-made business owner, I’m now pivoting to the world of the employed. It might seem like an unusual transition, but it suits my lifestyle, goals, and temperament. I analyzed what would limit my opportunities for executive roles and competitive salaries, and the answer was obvious: credentials. Securing interviews for quality positions without a bachelor’s degree is like crossing the Alps without a coat—possible but unnecessarily difficult.

Six months ago, I started this process with one certification. Today, I hold five certifications and a soon-to-be-conferred degree from UMPI.

Was there growth along the way? Absolutely.
• I refined my writing skills.
• I formalized the knowledge I’d previously applied in project management.
• I gained new analytical tools and perspectives.
• Came up to speed on terminology in all areas.

The most important lesson? My ability to create what Steve Jobs famously called a “reality distortion field” remains intact. Almost anything is possible with visualization, positivity, grit, a solid work ethic, and a little support.

Next Missions:
1. Secure a position in the corporate world.
2. Begin a Master’s in Organizational Leadership (starting Summer I, 2025).

Thanks to everyone here and on Discord for the advice, encouragement, and support throughout this process. I have been mainly on Discord due to the interactive nature of the communications there, but the degree plans here proved invaluable.

Courses Completed:
• MAT 140: Mathematics for Business
• BUS 200: Intermediate Business Computing
• BUS 220: Managerial Accounting
• BUS 240: Change Management
• BUS 325: Financial Management
• BUS 260: Leadership
• BUS 244: Management Information Systems
• BUS 321: Human Resource Management
• BUS 330: Marketing Management
• BUS 335: Organizational Behavior
• BUS 415: Operations Management (transfer credit)
• BUS 440: Business Analytics
• BUS 469: Strategic Professional Communication
• BUS 489: Business Policy & Strategy
• BUS 245: Programming for Managers (transfer credit)
• BUS 345: Database Management (transfer credit)
• BUS 400: Professional Management Applications (transfer credit)
• BUS 343: Project Risk and Cost Management (PM Minor)

[origamishuttle]

Congratulations on your accomplishment and thank you for all the updates! There are many organizations that are looking for people like you to join their team, so I expect that you'll find a great fit. I highly recommend Andy LaCivita for job searching and career coaching: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP1UlYJ...5HVyikcxfQ

[DavidGood]

Congratulations on your accomplishment and thank you for all the updates! There are many organizations that are looking for people like you to join their team, so I expect that you'll find a great fit. I highly recommend Andy LaCivita for job searching and career coaching: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP1UlYJ...5HVyikcxfQ

Good morning. 

Thanks for the tip. 

Have you worked with Andy LaCivita?

Mind if we discuss? ( I tried to DM. You’re disabled). 

Thanks -

David